Scholarship Application

The Road to Higher Education Begins Here

At VAMOS, we are devoted to helping graduating high school seniors of the Rio Grande Valley reach the ultimate educational goal. There’s a prevalent financial strain in our community, but with the help of our scholarships, students can fulfill their dreams of getting a college education.

Application Checklist

Students looking to apply for a VAMOS Scholarship must have the following items:

An official transcript that includes grade point average (GPA), class rank, class size and any relevant test scores, such as the ACT or SAT. This document should be signed or approved by a counselor or other school official

Resume of student

If SAT/ACT scores are not displayed in the transcript, students must supply a copy of them

Income tax return copy

A copy of the student’s FAFSA

A letter of college financial aid award

A copy of permanent resident card

Letters of recommendation from two individuals, which may include teachers, counselors, principals, etc.

Students must be eligible for Pell Grant

A typed 600-word essay that will allow our committee a greater understanding of the student. The topics of the essay are:

Personal statement

What are your academic and career goals?

Why do you believe it’s important to obtain a higher education?

Did you experience any obstacles or special circumstances that inspired you to pursue a post-secondary education?

WHAT OUR SCHOLARS ARE SAYING

"My experiences with my family and their financial difficulties have taught me that a college degree is important to have because with it so many doors are opened."

- Stacey Ramirez, University of Texas at Austin, Edinburg Graduate

"VAMOS and sponsors that contribute donations and support, thank you for believing in us. Your contribution has made a difference in my life."

- Karla

"I am a Criminal Justice major with a specialization in Chicano Latinos Studies, and I plan to attend Law School. Your generosity has allowed me to be one step closer to my goal and has inspired me to help others by giving back to the community."

- Alejandra

"By awarding me the VAMOS scholarship, I am able to concentrate on what is important to me, education. I hope one day I will be able to help other students achieve their goal just as you have helped me."